Preseason Training or returning from holidays - there is a better way to do it

Professional athletes don’t just “get fit” when a season starts — they follow carefully planned preseason programs designed to rebuild fitness, reduce injury risk, and prepare their bodies for performance.In this episode of Between Sessions — A Health & Fitness Podcast, we break down how modern preseason training works, how it’s changed from old-school conditioning methods, and what everyday gym-goers can learn from elite sport science.We explore:How professional teams structure preseasonWhy training methods have evolvedThe science behind gradual progression and injury preventionWhat happens to the body after time offHow to safely return to the gym after a holiday breakPractical steps anyone can apply immediatelyWhether you’re an athlete, a regular gym member, or someone restarting their fitness journey after Christmas, this episode gives you clear, evidence-based guidance without the extremes.Because preseason isn’t about going harder — it’s about building smarter